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NHS-aligned nutrition guides, practical meal ideas and expert tools for every stage of childhood. Independent advice by Dr. Sarah Mitchell.

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BMI calculators, meal planners and portion guides for confident parenting decisions.

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Latest Articles

Early Years

Toddler Nutrition: What and How Much Should a 1 to 3 Year Old Eat?

Why Toddler Nutrition Matters Between Ages 1 and 3 The period between a child's first and third birthday is one of the most remarkable phases...

Childhood Obesity

What Causes Childhood Obesity? Risk Factors Every Parent Should Know

Why Understanding the Causes Matters As a paediatric nutritionist, I have spent over 15 years working with families across Bristol and the wider NHS, and...

Sleep Wellbeing

Children's Sleep and Weight: Why Bedtime Matters for Healthy Growth

In my years working as a paediatric nutritionist in Bristol, I have seen one factor quietly undermine children's healthy weight more than almost any other:...

School Food Policy

The Sugar Tax Explained: How the UK Soft Drinks Levy Protects Children

What Is the Sugar Tax? Understanding the UK Soft Drinks Industry Levy As a paediatric nutritionist who has spent the past fifteen years working with...

Physical Activity

Fun Ways to Keep Children Active (Without It Feeling Like Exercise)

As a paediatric nutritionist, I spend a great deal of my time talking with parents about food. But here is something I always stress in...

Meals Recipes

Healthy Snacks for Children: 30 Ideas for School and Home

Why Healthy Snacks Matter for Children As a paediatric nutritionist, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is: "What on earth do...